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CMA CH. 28

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OCPs can be used to treat what condition? Anovulation, Prevention and Ovarian cyst , premenstrual syndrome.
Depo-Provera is a good contraceptive choice for what type of patient? Someone wanting to delay pregnancy for at least 18 months.
Patient education on the use of diaphragm should include what? Devia must be refitted if weight gain of 15lbs or more. Spermacide must always be used.
Failure to have a menstrual period is called what? Amenorrhea
Which of the prenatal blood or laboratory tests helps determine immunity to german measles? Rubella titer
What procedures can be used as a diagnostic tool to collect biopsy samples and as a treatment to remove abnormal tissue? LEEP and Conization loop. Electrosurgical excision procedure.
New patient is in for her first prenatal visit, she tells you that she has been pregnant 3 times prior. She is 10 weeks pregnant now, she has had a miscarriage and 2 living children. What is her para number? 2 para
New patient is in for her first prenatal visit. She tells you that she had been pregnant 3 times prior. She is 10 weeks at this time, had one miscarriage, and 2 living children. Whar is her abortion number? 1 abortion
As a legal protection for the provider, during which part of the examination should the medical assistant remain in the exam room? Pelvic Exam
The protrusion of the meninges through an opening in the spinal column or skull is called what? Meningocele
____ is the group of inherited blood disorders characterized by deficiency of one of the factors necessary for the coagulation of blood. Hemophilia
The genetic disorder where abnormal cell division results in an eta chromosome 21 is called what? Down syndrome
A deficiency in the enzyme responsible for converting phenylalanine in tyrosine is called what? (PKU) Phenylketonuria
Barrier methods of contraception include what? Condom, diaphragm, cervical caps, and sponge.
Which method of birth control has the highest failure rate? Diaphragm
What type of exam usually involves taking a pelvic measure? First prenatal visit
A neural tube defect is a confirms defect in the brain or spinal column that occurs during embryonic development. What is a neural tube? Spina Bafida, meningocele, anencephaly
Hormone contraceptives include what? Vaginal rings, depo injections, Birth control pill or patches.
Which patients should be screened for gestational diabetes mellitus? Women whose pregnancy BMI is 30 or higher
What is the primary reason for HIV screening of all pregnant women? Proper treatment helps prevent the fetus from contracting HIV
You are responsible for gathering a detailed gynecologic history on all female patients. What is included in the history? Period history, menstrual cycle info, infections, breast abnormalities, pap history, sexual history, number of pregnancies, and lifestyle factors.
ACHES is a mnemonic to help patients remember problems that could be a serious side effect from oral contraceptives (OCPs). What does the A in mnemonic stand for? Abdominal pain
Methods to help with the symptoms of perimenopause include what? Avoid caffeine and spicy foods. Relaxation techniques. Low fat diet, high calcium and vitamin D.
New patient is in for her first prenatal visit. She tells you that she had been pregnant 3 times prior. She is 10 weeks at this time, had one miscarriage, and 2 living children. What is her Gravida number? 4 Gravida
____ is a condition where there is an abnormal opening in the spinal column that allowes the meninges to protrude. Spina bifida
The congenital absence of all or part of the brain is defined as what? Anencephaly
____ is a condition that affects all tje exocrine cells but effect the respiratory system the most. It causes abnormally thick mucus that blocks the alveoli. Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
True or false: A major advantage of using colposcopy to collect a cervical biopsy is the suspected area can be visualized during the procedure and the tissue is gathered from the most atypical area. TRUE
True or false: Ovarian cancer can be diagnosed with a pap test FALSE: no tool is available for ovarian pap screens for cervical cancer.
True or false: Birth control implants are designed to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years after insertion. TRUE
True or false: Perimenopause may last as long as 10 years. TRUE
True or false: In the liquid-base method of collection for a pap test, cells are placed directly on a microscope slide. FALSE: put in a bottle of preservation
True or false: A LEEP procedure is the least invasive method for collecting a cervical biopsy. TRUE
True or false: During menopause women still ovulate FALSE: Only during perimenopause
True or false: Women using Depo-Provera injections for contraception are not at risk for blood clots and cardiovascular disease. TRUE
True or false: A diaphragm should be left in place for at least 3 hours after sexual intercourse FALSE: 6 hours after intercourse
True or false: The height of the fundus helps measure the fetal growth and helps determine gestational age. TRUE
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